In a tragic incident early on Sunday in Kocani, North Macedonia, a fire at a nightclub claimed the lives of 51 individuals and left around 100 injured. Interior Minister Panche Toshkovski reported that the fire erupted during a concert, reportedly due to pyrotechnics that ignited the club's roof. The chaotic scene was captured on social media, as family members gathered anxiously outside hospitals seeking updates. Police have apprehended a suspect, although no specifics regarding their role have been disclosed. The investigation continues amid public grief and concern for the victims.
A massive fire broke out early on Sunday in the nightclub killing 51 people and injuring about 100 more, according to interior minister Panche Toshkovski.
The blaze began around 2:35 a.m. during a concert by a local pop group, with pyrotechnics causing the roof to catch fire.
Family members have gathered in front of hospitals and Kocani's city offices begging authorities for more information following the tragedy.
Toshkovski stated that police have arrested one man related to the incident, but did not reveal further details about the person's involvement.
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